Early exposure to fun kids STEM activities is a great way to ignite your kid’s interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. There are plenty of kids STEM activities near Ann Arbor that help kids build problem-solving skills, creativity, and critical thinking, laying the foundation for future success in school and beyond. These local activities give children a chance to explore, experiment, and build a foundation in STEM that could shape their futures.
My daughter had a head start in STEM since I’m an engineer and dad is a scientist. It’s no surprise that she’s now studying engineering (Robotics) in college. But, even if you don’t have a STEM background, there are plenty of local options to give your kid exposure and help to level the playing field.
Kids STEM Camps Near Ann Arbor
Camps are a great way to give kids a prolonged exposure to STEM. They get to dive into STEM for a week (or more) session.
There are STEM Break Camps available near Ann Arbor. The Future Innovators Academy has sponsored our winter and spring break camp guides. Check out the STEM camp offerings from them and others like Leslie Science & Nature Center.
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Summer Camp offers even more options for STEM Camps.
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STEM Classes for Kids in Ann Arbor
STEM Classes let kids dive into STEM week after week. From after school classes to weekend classes, there are plenty of options for STEM classes near Ann Arbor.
- The Future Innovators Academy
- Leslie Science & Nature Center & Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum
- Humane Society of Huron Valley
- Ann Arbor Rec & Ed
- Dexter Community Education
- Saline Community Education
LEGO is Awesome STEM Experience
LEGO provides a great introduction to STEM for many kids. We’ve got a whole article just about LEGO opportunities.
Kid’s STEM Events Near Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor Kid’s STEM events include those geared towards kids of all ages. I know I see several events for grades 6+ that I would enjoy participating in as an adult.
Free Kid’s STEM Events Near Ann Arbor
STEM Camps, classes and events can be expensive. Fortunately, there are some great free STEM events particularly at the local libraries. Ann Arbor District Libraries has some great STEM events particularly for tweens and teens. These free STEM activities for kids are a great way to introduce STEM without a big financial commitment.
| Date/Time | Event | |
|---|---|---|
| 💙🆓🎟 | July 13 11:00am-12:00pm | Boat Building at The Ponds Park, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | July 13 1:00pm-2:00pm | Explore, Design, Create at Ypsilanti District Library – Whittaker Rd, Ypsilanti Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | July 15 1:00pm-2:00pm | Fun of Flight Workshop at Dexter District Library, Dexter Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | July 15 1:30pm-3:00pm | The STEAM Scene at Ypsilanti District Library – Michigan Ave Branch, Ypsilanti Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | July 15 2:00pm-3:00pm | Summer STEM at Ypsilanti District Library – Superior, Ypsilanti Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | July 15 2:30pm-3:30pm | Fun of Flight Workshop at Dexter District Library, Dexter Michigan |
| 💙🆓🎟 | July 15 4:30pm-5:30pm | Science Club Junior: Bugs on Wheels at Saline District Library, Saline Michigan |
| 💙🆓🎟 | July 15 6:30pm-7:30pm | Science Club: Bugs on Wheels at Saline District Library, Saline Michigan |
| 💙🆓🎟 | July 16 10:30am-11:30am | Nature Play at Bromley Park, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | July 16 1:00pm-2:00pm | STEM Days at Ypsilanti District Library – Whittaker Rd, Ypsilanti Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | July 17 11:00am-11:45am | Dino Academy: A Dinosaur Discovery Show with Bright Star Touring Theatre at Dexter District Library, Dexter Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | July 20 11:00am-12:00pm | Battery Ballerinas at Downtown Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | July 20 1:00pm-2:00pm | Explore, Design, Create at Ypsilanti District Library – Whittaker Rd, Ypsilanti Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | July 22 1:30pm-3:00pm | The STEAM Scene at Ypsilanti District Library – Michigan Ave Branch, Ypsilanti Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | July 22 2:00pm-3:00pm | Summer STEM at Ypsilanti District Library – Superior, Ypsilanti Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | July 22 5:30pm-7:30pm | Open Lab: Sewing Machines, Silhouette Cutters, Heat Press at Downtown Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓🎟 | July 23 10:30am-11:30am | Nature Play at Bromley Park, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | July 23 1:00pm-2:00pm | Paper Airplanes at Downtown Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | July 23 1:00pm-2:00pm | STEM Days at Ypsilanti District Library – Whittaker Rd, Ypsilanti Michigan |
| 💙🆓🎟 | July 24 6:00pm-8:00pm | Teen STEAM Cafe at Ypsilanti District Library – Michigan Ave Branch, Ypsilanti Michigan |
Other Kid’s STEM Events Near Ann Arbor
In addition to the Free STEM Events, there are many paid events. These often require an advance registration, but allow kids to dig deeper into the world of STEM.
| Date/Time | Event | |
|---|---|---|
| 💙 | July 11 11:00am-1:00pm | Sonic Science Day at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, Ann Arbor MI |
July 12 10:00am-12:00pm | Summer of Discovery at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, Ann Arbor MI | |
July 14 10:00am-12:00pm | Summer of Discovery at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, Ann Arbor MI | |
| 💙🎟 | July 15 9:30am-11:00am | Summer Art Class with The Artful Acre at The Artful Acre, Milan Michigan |
July 15 10:00am-12:00pm | Summer of Discovery at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, Ann Arbor MI | |
July 16 10:00am-12:00pm | Summer of Discovery at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, Ann Arbor MI | |
July 17 10:00am-12:00pm | Summer of Discovery at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, Ann Arbor MI | |
July 18 10:00am-12:00pm | Summer of Discovery at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, Ann Arbor MI | |
| 💙 | July 18 11:00am-1:00pm | Engineering Day at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, Ann Arbor MI |
July 19 10:00am-12:00pm | Summer of Discovery at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, Ann Arbor MI | |
July 21 10:00am-12:00pm | Summer of Discovery at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, Ann Arbor MI | |
| 💙 | July 21 11:00am-12:00pm | Littles Story Party at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, Ann Arbor MI |
| 💙🎟 | July 22 9:30am-11:00am | Summer Art Class with The Artful Acre at The Artful Acre, Milan Michigan |
July 22 10:00am-12:00pm | Summer of Discovery at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, Ann Arbor MI | |
July 23 10:00am-12:00pm | Summer of Discovery at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, Ann Arbor MI | |
July 24 10:00am-12:00pm | Summer of Discovery at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, Ann Arbor MI | |
| 💙 | July 25 10:00am-2:00pm | STEAM Day at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, Ann Arbor MI |
July 25 10:00am-12:00pm | Summer of Discovery at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, Ann Arbor MI | |
July 26 10:00am-12:00pm | Summer of Discovery at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, Ann Arbor MI | |
July 28 10:00am-12:00pm | Summer of Discovery at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, Ann Arbor MI |
Shop for Kids STEM in Ann Arbor
There are lots of great choices for shopping for kids STEM activities near Ann Arbor.
- Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum Store
- UM Natural History Museum Store
- Mudpuddles
- Schulers Books (Formerly Nicola’s)
- Rock Paper Scissors (Ann Arbor)
- The Little Seedling – Books & Puzzles
- National Chains
- Barnes & Noble
- Meijer
- Target
- WalMart
